Golden Outback Information

The Golden Outback region has extensive clear skies and theatrical landscapes. It has true outback adventures, authentic Aboriginal encounters and visits to settlements built by goldrush pioneers. This is the place for true outback adventure, where driving becomes an activity and camping under the stars is a mystical experience.

Look for tours offering authentic Aboriginal encounters in and around the mining towns and settlements built by goldrush pioneers. Or you can simply get into the laid back atmosphere of rural life among grandiose heritage buildings, friendly pubs, and hospitable farmstays. Kalgoorlie is the heart of Western Australia’s gold mining country. As well as still being a thriving mining town, it is also a living museum where visitors can visit a vast operational open-pit mine, explore an old mine shaft or try their hand at gold-panning. Many parts of the region are transformed in spring, as the arid landscape gives way to pockets of delicate wildflowers. Nature lovers will want to explore the woodlands edging the Darling Range too, for native wildlife and bush walks. It’s also worth the trip to photograph that West Australian icon, Wave Rock.

In extreme contrast, the rugged coastline and sandy coves around Esperance create irresistible photo opportunities. People gather to this small coastal town from far and wide for world class windsurfing and diving. Nearby islands offer amazing eco experiences and a variety of accommodation options for holiday-makers, while surrounding farmland rolls into rocky national parks. The Golden Outback region is one of difference and diversity.

The area to the east of the Darling Range is farmstay country. It is popular for farmstay holidays and offers a taste of country hospitality. Children will enjoy the experience and the farm animals. A trip to farming country is all about getting close to nature and into the clean, fresh air.

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